Bachelor of Science in Risk Management Degree
- Campus
- Online
What Is a Risk Management Degree?
Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Risk Management degree explores the identification and analysis of financial and other risks and teaches the development of solutions to mitigate those risks.Offered by the Colangelo College of Business, this bachelor’s degree is available online or on campus, providing flexibility for both traditional students and working professionals.
Students will focus on building foundational financial analysis, decision-making and strategic management skills. Through coursework grounded in practical business strategies and ethical leadership,you’ll practice evaluating financial risk, protecting organizational assets and developing proactive solutions to navigate the modern business landscape.
Up to 90 credits, only 84 can be lower division
Credits:Fill out the Lopes Eval to find out what will transfer
Admission Requirements (Bachelor's)
- 16+ years old
- High School Graduate
- 3.0+ Unweighted GPA
OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and
- ACT: 19
- SAT: 1000*
*Math and reading only on a 1600 point scale (test date after 3/1/2016). SAT score of 1380 required for 2400 point scale (test date before 3/1/2016).">
Admission requirements
may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook
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*Math and reading only on a 1600 point scale (test date after 3/1/2016). SAT score of 1380 required for 2400 point scale (test date before 3/1/2016).
Why Should I Study Risk Management at GCU?
As a risk management student at GCU, you can benefit from small class sizes and networking experiences within the risk management field. The program blends coursework and hands-on projects, including a team-based simulation project that encourages the development of teamwork and collaboration skills. Throughout this business program , you’ll be guided by our knowledgeable faculty and by the three pillars of the college: servant leadership, ethics and entrepreneurism.Our business students are encouraged to embrace the spirit of conscious capitalism to benefit all stakeholders.
Join GCU’s online learning community and benefit from flexible higher education, an ideal fit for working professionals. Our digital learning platform offers an interactive experience that supports collaboration with peers and instructors. You’ll also have access to GCU’s technical support as you earn your risk management degree online.
GCU’s campus in the heart of Phoenix, AZ serves as a welcoming oasis for our students. Study risk management in traditional on-campus classes while enjoying face-to-face interactions with peers and instructors. Choose from a variety of clubs and activities, such as the Risk Management club, Finance and Economics club or any number of campus activities.
GCU is a private Christian university that encourages our students to emulate a Christ-like character and grow closer to God within our supportive community. Join us for our regularly scheduled on-campus worship services, along with smaller faith-focused groups and community outreach activities. Celebrate your faith as you prepare for the workforce.
Risk Management Bachelor's Degree Coursework
GCU’s degree in risk management teaches key skills for navigating and applying the risk management process, including identifying and analyzing risk, understanding how risk impacts businesses and individuals and the strategic application of mitigation techniques to protect assets.You will examine how to help companies plan for long-term growth in the face of economic and global uncertainty and how to navigate challenging ethical issues while maintaining compliance with business regulations.
We offer a well-rounded curriculum that surveys foundational business competencies with a focus on risk management. Study practical skills in the construction of financial statements, develop plans for navigating the market forces of supply and demand under different market structures and build financial models to project future performance.
Additional competencies covered in this program include:
Statistics for business
Ethical and legal business issues
Business finance
Managerial accounting
Behavior and management in organizations
Financial and global risk management
Principles of property and casualty insurance
Life and health insurance products
Hear From Our Students
"As a risk management major, you’ll be taking a handful of insurance and management courses that will teach you more about the insurance industry, risk management processes and how to navigate a corporate environment in a Christian worldview mindset."">" As a risk management major, you’ll be taking a handful of insurance and management courses that will teach you more about the insurance industry, risk management processes and how to navigate a corporate environment in a Christian worldview mindset. "
"As a risk management major, you’ll be taking a handful of insurance and management courses that will teach you more about the insurance industry, risk management processes and how to navigate a corporate environment in a Christian worldview mindset."">" As a risk management major, you’ll be taking a handful of insurance and management courses that will teach you more about the insurance industry, risk management processes and how to navigate a corporate environment in a Christian worldview mindset. "
